Americans continue to experience higher energy prices. President Biden’s administration has reduced new offshore oil leases to their lowest levels ever, for the next five years. They cite…
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U.S. Establishes Diplomatic Relations with the Pacific Nation of Niue
Secretary Blinken and Niue Premier Tagelagi signed a joint statement. Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently joined Niue’s Premier Dalton Tagelagi in the signing of a joint statement…
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President Establishes American Climate Corps
Intends to enlist 20,000 young people. The White House announced a new program as part of National Climate Week called the American Climate Corps. Intended to engage American young…
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EPA Announces $100 Million for Recycling
It is the largest recycling investment in 30 years. The Environmental Protection Agency announced it is putting more than $100 million in funds under the infrastructure law toward…
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Climate Envoy Announces $4 Million for Kenya Support
He made the announcement at the 2023 Africa Climate Summit. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry announced a $4 million investment to support migrants impacted by climate…
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Administration Cancels Alaskan Oil and Gas Leases
Interior secretary says the lease sale was “seriously flawed.” Interior Secretary Deb Haaland announced the administration is canceling oil and gas leases in Alaska and proposing additional protection…
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DOE Funds Small Businesses Studying Clean Energy
Various agencies within the Energy Department will distribute $126 million in funding to 90 small businesses. The Department of Energy (DOE) announced that they are distributing $126 million…
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Interior Department Funds Electricity for Tribal Homes
Tribal Electrification Program seeks to provide resilient energy for Native Americans. The Department of the Interior (DOI) recently announced the launch of a new grant program, the Tribal…
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President Biden Calls Hurricane Idalia Part of “Climate Crisis”
The storm caused roughly $9 billion in property damage. President Joe Biden cited climate change on Wednesday as the primary reason for the intensity of Hurricane Idalia. “I…
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Energy Department Funds Clean Hydrogen Technology Research
Projects dedicated to hydrogen technology development receive $34 million. The Department of Energy announced that $34 million is being awarded to 19 research projects focused on generating clean…
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